Top ESL/ELL Tutors serving Chicago
Amira: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...In addition, I was a teacher's assistant to provide more opportunity for one-on-one learning. Even during COVID, I was able to use the BookNook platform to tutor young children remotely, and the lessons I learned from my tutees are as valuable to me as the subjects they mastered. I believe that the relationships between tutors...
Education & Certification
Spelman College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
ACT English: 33
Harriet: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...middle school literature, reading and writing. I have been tutoring for over ten years in K-12 grade math and ELA. My passion is bringing clarity to a student's thought process. Identifying their strengths and weaknesses to bring balance to their approach is a goal that I strive to achieve with my students. In my spare...
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, Language Arts Teacher Education
Northern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Library and Information Science
Alex: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and ACT), and humanities (history, philosophy, literature, and creative writing) at the high-school and college levels. I am also interested in writing, both academically and creatively, and languages: I am fluent in French and Mandarin Chinese and can read Latin, German, and Greek. In my ideal job I serve as a medium to help people...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
University of California-Santa Barbara - Master of Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 32
Elena: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...am involved with the Lawyers in the Classroom program. My tutoring philosophy is based on listening to students work through problems and helping them to spot their confusions or incorrect assumptions. I believe students learn much better when they aren't simply told the right answer or right reasoning; they need to get there on their...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Government & Spanish
University of Chicago Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Sarah: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...as well. Often times my students would come to me and ask for extra practice problems. My experience in rural Malawi taught me the importance of QUALITY education and that is why I want to continue exchanging ideas as a tutor. During my free time, I enjoy running and cycling. I am also like watching...
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University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology and Microbiology
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies
Mary Ann: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am currently a second grade teacher with 24 years of teaching experience in grades K-8. I've taught self contained classes, as well as ESL resource. I'm a mom of 2 sons and 4 dogs, and I can't wait to work with you!
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Science Teacher Education
National Louis University - Master of Science, Education
Alexandra: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...UAGC and I am passionate about teaching. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology from DePaul University and am currently pursuing my master's degree with the goal of being a licensed therapist. I have worked with elementary to high school-aged students and have experience working with children with learning disabilities. I have also completed the...
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DePaul University - Bachelor, Psychology
Ashford University - Master's/Graduate, Psychology
Joel: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I tutor some of the lower level students in her Russian language course and I accepted not knowing what I was getting into. Though I was volunteering, I was obsessed with helping others evolve academically. Eventually, after completing college, I moved to Moscow, Russia to teach English there for a year. Since moving back, I...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelors, English, Russian
DePaul University - Masters, Secondary Education - English
April: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...children with IEPs and ELL students. Over the past 7 years, I have lived and worked in Ecuador doing everything from 1:1 tutoring to homeschool coach for virtual school, private English teacher to English teacher at a local state university. I have also taught private Spanish classes. I have returned to the States and back...
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Miranda: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...in mentoring and counseling with the middle school students, which was a great opportunity to not only help students achieve their academic goals, but learn how to be a better educator. I believe every student has the capacity to reach their goals, it's only a matter of finding out what works best for them. As...
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Reba-Anna: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and college level course for over a decade. I believe that there are common themes that students posses that can impede their learning. A key element is self confidence in their ability to learn. I believe in building up a student's confidence as they learn a subject so they can retain the information and can...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, English literature
Alliant International University - PHD, Educational Technology
Shireen: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I look forward to being your next Varsity Tutor. Teaching has always been a passion of mine from a very early age. I believe that being an educator involves resilience, determination, and above all, compassion for fellow learners. With enough patience and persistence, I believe in truly transforming the way students view learning. I am...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Clara Rose: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...any service to you or your family that I can! Tutoring and academic enrichment fills me with a sense of purpose. I've tutored in philosophy, literature, phonics, ESL, reading comprehension, and English essay writing. I've assisted underserved secondary students prepare for college at university summer programs. I've designed and facilitated sociopolitical, poetry, international culture, and...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Steve: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Having information about a students life gives insight into the home language, cultural values, beliefs, and traditions that may affect individual learning styles. This knowledge can then be used to devise instructional techniques that build on what a student already knows, which serves as a bridge to new learning. In my spare time I enjoy...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Foreign Language (Spanish)
Chi: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...while giving test prep lessons for the IELTS test. In college, she worked as a teaching assistant for the Web Design course. Since 2022, Chi has been working as a private teacher and tutor, teaching Vietnamese and English Language Arts for Grade TK-5 students and adult learners from across the United States.
Education & Certification
North Central College - Bachelor in Arts, Multimedia
SAT Math: 800
Daniela: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
I'm an elementary school teacher with a passion for education! I enjoy tutoring in my free time, because I love being part of the learning process. In my lessons, I try my best to make sure my students feel relaxed, confident, and eager to do their best work.
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Thomas: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and working completely immersed in Spanish for a year, I was able to further hone my Spanish skills. I am extremely passionate about foreign languages and teaching and I believe that Spanish is an important skill for students to develop. I believe strongly in the importance of foreign languages in education and am looking to...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Alex: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I've tutored elementary through college students for multiple years throughout college and I've enjoyed each of my experiences thoroughly. I really believe in making students understand the concepts and being able to understand why something is the way that it is, rather than just loading students with overwhelming information to memorize. I'm a pre-medical student...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Sarah: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...for over 4 years. As a health teacher, tutor, and after school director, I'm ready to help you or your child reach their academic goals! I meet students where they're at, and adjust my teaching to meet not only their academic progress but also their learning style and interests. See you in the (virtual) classroom!
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 740
Catherine: Chicago ESL/ELL tutor
Certified ESL/ELL Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and fluency, I tailor my approach to each learner's unique needs and learning style. My tutoring style is warm, patient, and structuredI believe in creating a supportive environment where students feel safe to take risks and build skills at their own pace. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our two kids,...
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Missouri State University - Master's/Graduate, Literacy
Missouri State University - Master's/Graduate, Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder
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